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Senate committee rejects measure to define "good moral character" for licensing boards after contested debate
Summary
HB 14-65 would have added a statutory definition of "good moral character" for licensing entities; proponents said it provides clarity, opponents warned it is subjective and could hinder reentry for people with convictions. The bill failed for lack of a second.
Representative Jim Dotson introduced HB 14-65, a bill to add a statutory definition of "good moral character" to guide licensing entities. The bill quotes a statutory standard describing good moral character as a record of honesty, trustworthiness, fairness and respect for laws, and directs licensing entities to consider the standard before issuing licenses.
Support and intent: Dotson said the definition draws from existing code and is intended to give licensing entities consistent guidance. "I think…
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